salaryLincoln is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$143
👥 People living there
294,856
547,073
Commute to work
18.4 min
21.9 min
College degree
41.8%
31.1%
Own their home
56.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $56,640 | -31% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $47,220 | -24% in Tucson |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $123,710 | +22% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,070 | $75,940 | +20% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $47,960 | -20% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $76,970 | -18% in Tucson |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $76,320 | +17% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $95,560 | $81,490 | -15% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $63,482 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Tucson?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $61,553 in Tucson, 26% more in Lincoln.